A Journey of Spectacular Festivities & Caribbean Wonders

Overview

A 8-night voyage aboard EXPLORA III, departing San Juan, Puerto Rico on 28 Dec 2026 and arriving in Miami, Florida, calling at 7 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·San Juan, Puerto RicoEmbark

   28 Dec 2026

   Depart 17:00

   Explore the oldest US city for a dose of Caribbean history, slice of Spanish culture and twist of American dream. Roam historic Old San Juan alleyways to glimpse centuries-old forts and colourful colonial buildings. Learn how to move, as locals sashay out the salsa to rhythmic reggae beats. Shop the boho streets or glamorous boutiques for artisan goods, decadent designers and hand-rolled cigars. Experience world-class surfing, explore a tropical rainforest, attend a private rum cocktail tasting and polish off empanadas. Then retire to one of the beautiful beaches to soak up crystal clear waters and, perhaps, one last rum cocktail.
   
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   Day 2 ·St. John's (Antigua)

   29 Dec 2026

   Arrive 09:00Depart 18:00

   An adrenaline rush awaits. Swim with stingrays. Zip-line through lush forests. Walk across a gorge on a scenic suspension bridge. Sip excellent aged rums. Taste the island with a chef. Or stroll St. St. John's old town to tour cottages laden with cheerful fretwork. Explore British forts atop Shirley Heights and Goat Hill. Then rest and rejuvenate with VIP reservations at one of Anguilla’s snow-white beaches and enjoy a cozy lounger and rum drinks.
   
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   Day 3 ·Pointe-à-Pitre

   30 Dec 2026

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00
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   Day 4 ·Tortola/Road Town

   31 Dec 2026

   Arrive 09:00Depart 16:00
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   Day 5 ·New Year Fireworks SJU

   31 Dec 2026

   Arrive 23:30
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   Day 5 ·New Year Fireworks SJU

   1 Jan 2027

   Depart 02:00
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   Day 6 ·Samana, Dominican Republic

   2 Jan 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00

   A heavenly haven of sun-dappled beaches wrapped in majestic mountains and immersed in lively Hispanic culture. Snorkel, sail, sunbathe, enrol in a local cooking class, or climb and hike through scenic trails in verdant mountains. Pick up some pace to head further offshore by speed boat or use a quad bike to explore little Latino towns, The Mangrove Forest and the caves of Los Haitises National Park. Then re-hydrate and re-vitalise with freshly cracked coconut water as you tumble into sugar-white sands stroked by crystal-clear waters.
   
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   Day 7 ·Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

   3 Jan 2027

   Arrive 08:00Depart 17:00
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   Day 8 ·At Sea

   4 Jan 2027
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    Day 9 ·Miami, United States of AmericaDisembark

    5 Jan 2027

    Arrive 08:00

    Welcome to Miami and the sweep of South Beach - backdrop to every iconic Miami movie, and forefront of Latin American culture. Stroll through pastel-hued geometric buildings in the art deco district, to graffiti mural masterpieces at Wynwood Walls. Watch Latino life unfold in Little Havana - the heartbeat of this great city - where walk-up windows sell café cortadito, sweet sugarcane juice, hatuey beer and guava ice-cream. Watch passionate locals discuss politics, play dominoes and smoke cigars. Shimmy at a salsa class, shop designer boutiques and race marlin and sharks by speedboat. Then slow your pace to uncover rare and endangered species at the Everglades National Park outdoor oasis. You’ll find the Miami dream is real – and it’s not just Cuban heels that will give you a spring in your step.
    

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